Hampshire's Gems - 8 Perfect Family Days Out You Can't Miss

Choose your family's ups and downs!

Hampshire offers an extraordinary blend of family adventures that perfectly balance thrilling modern attractions with rich historical heritage. From the excitement of Paultons Park's world-famous Peppa Pig World and getting up close with magnificent wildlife at Marwell Zoo, to exploring the legendary ships at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and discovering the mysteries of science at Winchester Science Centre, this diverse county delivers unforgettable experiences for every type of family day out. The county's unique position between the ancient landscapes of the New Forest and the bustling maritime heritage of the south coast means families can easily combine outdoor exploration with interactive learning experiences. 

Prepare to create lasting family memories in a county where every attraction tells a story, every experience sparks curiosity, and every visit leaves you planning your return. 

Marwell Zoo, Winchester Great for families with children of all ages, animal lovers, educational visits - Days out in Hampshire | Family day out near me | Marwell Zoo 

Paultons Park - including Peppa Pig World, Romsey Families with young children (2-8 years) and theme park enthusiasts will love it! - https://paultonspark.co.uk/  

New Forest National Park The wilds on our doorstep, wonderful for nature lovers, families who enjoy walking, cyclists and wildlife enthusiasts - https://www.newforestnpa.gov.uk/  

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard including HMS Victory and the Mary Rose Museum History buffs will get a real feel for how it used to be and families with school-age children will love the educational visits - https://www.historicdockyard.co.uk/  

Beaulieu National Motor Museum Car enthusiasts will love the classic and modern vehicles on show and families will love the grounds and history- https://www.beaulieu.co.uk/  

Winchester Cathedral History and architecture enthusiasts will love the city and marvel at the cultural experiences of the cathedral itself - https://www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk/ 

Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium Families with children (5-12 years) will love the interactive learning experiences and science enthusiasts will love the planetarium shows - https://www.winchestersciencecentre.org/  

Bucklers Hard, Beaulieu Visit Buckler's Hard, an 18th century shipbuilding village where ships were built. Based on the Beaulieu River, in the New Forest - https://bucklershard.co.uk/

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